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After School Clubs

Interesting and unique clubs guided by experts.

Open for learners of all ages from AABC and other schools. 

The next session starts January 6th, 2025.

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Home Lab Adventure

Ages: 5-8 years old

When: Monday, 3:20 - 4:10 pm

 

Ages: 8-11 years old

When: Monday, 4:10 - 5:00 pm

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An exciting and fun-filled science club where young learners will explore the wonders of science using everyday materials commonly found at home! Through hands-on experiments, they’ll discover how science can be fun, engaging, and spark their curiosity in creative ways.​

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The club will be guided by Moran Raveh Resh, a highly experienced science educator. Moran brings extensive expertise from her previous work at the Davidson Institute of Science Education, the educational arm of the Weizmann Institute of Science. 

Dungeons & Dragons
Kids

Ages: 8-10 years old

When: Mondays, 4:10 - 5:10 pm

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A group for students ages 8-10 who have played DnD before and are interested in learning more. Students in this group will experience immersive storytelling and creative problem-solving. â€‹

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The group will be guided by 

Jennifer DeValue, a longtime English tutor, board game editor, social media coordinator, and Game Master with a passion for inspiring self-expression.

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Robotics

Ages: 12-16 years old

When: Wednesday and Fridays,

3:15 - 5 pm

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Design, build, and code a fully functioning robot and participate in the Robotics First Tech Challenge competition.

Develop STEM skills and practice engineering principles while realizing the value of innovation and teamwork.

Sign up for more details.

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The club will be guided by Maximus Beauchamp, an experienced STEM instructor and robotics mentor with a background in software development. Maximus has been working with children to teach various STEM concepts, helping them create their own projects, ranging from LEGO kits to game development. With a history of mentoring robotics teams and competing in national FIRST competitions, Maximus brings a wealth of knowledge and passion for STEM education to the club.

Dungeons & Dragons
Youth

Ages: 10-14 years old

When: Thursdays, 4:10 - 5:10 pm

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A group for students ages 10-13 who have either 1) not played DnD before but have the verbal and cognitive skills required to learn or 2) have played before. Students in this group will experience in-depth storytelling and complex problem-solving.​

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The group will be guided by 

Jennifer DeValue, a longtime English tutor, board game editor, social media coordinator, and Game Master with a passion for inspiring self-expression.

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Culinary Creations

Ages: 5-9 years old

When: Wednesday, 3:20 - 4:10 pm

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We will learn about healthy-lifestyle, the importance of where food comes from, and why eating fresh is best for a healthy body. We will experience gardening, games and cooking with fresh, natural foods that we will eat or take home.

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The club will be guided by Stacey Antine, the founder of HealthBarn USA, the leader in proven, hands-on healthy-lifestyle education for children and families. 

To learn more read here 

Kids on Brooms

Ages: 8-10 years old

When: Mondays, 3:20 - 4:10 pm

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A simpler dice and character creation system than Dungeons and Dragons, designed to let creativity run wild. This group is perfect for students ages 8-10 who have never played DnD before and are looking for an introduction to TTRPGs. Students in this group will experience immersive storytelling and creative problem-solving.​

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The group will be guided by 

Jennifer DeValue, a longtime English tutor, board game editor, social media coordinator, and Game Master with a passion for inspiring self-expression.

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Young Fashion Designers

Ages: 8-14 years old

When: Thursdays, 4:10 - 5:00 pm

 

The runway to explore your passion.

Discover a journey into the world of fashion. Get introduced to fashion and explore your unique style. Learn the basics of sketching designs. Design your jewelry with unique materials and elements. Think outside of the box and explore new materials. Create an original fabric pattern.

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The club will be guided by Rakefet Krochmal, an educator with a Master of Applied Geography in Resource and Environmental Studies, a specialist in Environmental education and creativity, and a multidisciplinary artist with more than 20 years of experience working with kids. 

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SmART Games

Ages: 7-10 years old

When: Tuesdays, 4:10 - 5:10 pm

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Ages: 5-7 years old

When: Wednesdays, 4:10 - 5:10 pm

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Kids create multifaceted game sets through processes that spark creativity and promote teamwork and social play.

With the interlinked game set they made, children practice plenty of games in movement and mind-provoking activities in various difficulties while frequently engaging their creative minds and developing a sense of competence.

**The projects are adapted to the participants' age and group dynamics.

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The club will be guided by

Bell Telem Goudsmit, Founder and Creative Director of the multifaceted game methodology, B SmART ‘n PLAY. 

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Coding

Ages: 12-16 years old

When: Tuesdays, 4:10 - 5:10 pm

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Ages: 8-12 years old

When: Wednesdays, 4:10 - 5:10 pm

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Unlock the world of game design and ignite creativity and technical skills. 

The program, featuring Google's CS First Game Design curriculum, empowers students to design, code, and play video games.

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The club will be guided by 

Hands on Coding, technology educators that aim to bridge the gap between education and technology, making learning engaging and accessible for all ages. 

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Capoeira

Ages: 5-9 years old

When: Monday, 4:10 - 5:00 pm

 

We will learn the principles of this Afro-Brazilian martial art. It combines movement and ideas from different martial arts, music, dance-like steps, and acrobatics. ​​

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The club will be guided by Rotem Hornedo, who has taught and trained Capoeira for over 22 years and was the Israeli Female National Champion in 2016. 

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Sewing

Ages: 8-14 years old

When: Mondays, 4:10 - 5:00 pm

​or Tuesdays, 4:10 - 5:00 pm

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​We will introduce sewing craftsmanship from the very basics, and in addition to lots of fun and acquiring experience, we will develop creative process, fine motor skills, and concentration.

 

The club will be guided by Kia Scott, a self-taught seamstress with 12 years of experience running an after-school enrichment program, 1x1 lessons, and creating unique custom clothing.

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Dollhouse Furniture Building

Ages: 9-14 years old

When: Wednesday, 4:10 - 5:00 pm

 

Join us for a fun and therapeutic 3D woodworking workshop that will be engaging and challenging. The learners will create their beautiful micro-sized world by following instructions or daring to think outside the box. This workshop will help develop patience, concentration, logic, imagination, and fine motor skills.
 

The club will be led by Dana Elraviv, an Interior Designer and Feng Shui expert with over 25 years of experience.

Chess

Chess

Ages: 6-16 years old

When: Thursdays, 4:10 - 5:00 pm

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The club will focus on teaching Chess tactics and strategy, common mistakes, and position analysis alongside practice and game reviews. 

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The club will be guided by

Danilo Cuellar, an acclaimed Chess player for many years, who teaches and coaches kids and adults.

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Magic Tricks

Ages: 9-16 years old

When: Thursdays, 4:10 - 5 pm

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In every meeting, we will see magic tricks and reveal their secrets. We will prepare magic tricks and learn how to perform them in front of an audience. 

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The club will be guided by 

Greg Winick, a professional magician who has been running 

magic classes for years. 

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Ceramics

Ages: 5-10 years old

When: Mondays, 4:10 - 5:00 pm

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Wwill explore different types of ceramic vessels through hand-building and fun techniques for creating with clay. 

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The club will be guided by

Corrine McConville, a working artists with a Bachelors in Studio Art and a Masters in art education. When Corrine is not teaching art classes you can find her in her art studio in Garnerville, NY.

More Details

  • The clubs are in-person at the AABC school, 300 High St. Closter, NJ (online option is unavailable).

  • The current session runs between September 25th and December 30th, 2024.

  • The clubs are for beginners and more experienced level participants. Sign up for details.

  • The cost is:

    • $27 per meeting, for a single club

    • $23 per meeting, for a two clubs

    • $21 per meeting, for a three clubs or more

  • The payment is for a full session in advance.
  • Clubs will open with a minimum number of students. Spots are limited, so hurry and sign up.

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